Timely Notice

Jason Sutula, principal fire protection engineer at Jensen Hughes, and Bob Hafner, partner in Goldberg Segalla’s Product Liability practice, discuss fire investigations involving lithium ion and lithium polymer batteries. The pair detail what causes these products to fail, as well as innovative developments to mitigate the propensity and effects of failure. Additionally, Jason and Bob delve into the evidence collection process, tips for mitigating exposure to liability following a fire, and how a quick response can be dispositive for insurance industry professionals and product liability practitioners.